Thursday, March 15, 2012

Footstool, or...

I said I had a footstool to share with you, but honestly, it could be used for many different purposes.





This redesign started life as a round piece of wood,



and three coat hooks.




I screwed the hooks to the bottom, gave it a unified color with gesso and paint,




and stenciled the alphabet to the top.  I used the same technique as the "Paris Cafe" sign I did with two different colors.






I wanted a worn look, so I sanded the lettering.  I then went over it with two shades of wax.  Instant footstool, stand, pedestal, etc.









I have a few variations on this I'll share soon.  What would you use it for?

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54 comments:

  1. Katie @ Wildwood CreekMarch 14, 2012 at 4:58 PM

    Brilliant! You never cease to amaze with your ideas!

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  2. Kathy @ Creative Home ExpressionsMarch 14, 2012 at 5:06 PM

    I love it, Rosemary! Very clever! I'd use it as a table raiser piece. You know, like when you are having a buffet and you want things at different heights. This would be great to put the dishes on or a variety of other things.

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  3. Amy ChalmersMarch 14, 2012 at 5:19 PM

    Super cool idea Rosemary! I would use it as a plant stand to elevate something special~

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  4. Shabby chic SandyMarch 14, 2012 at 5:34 PM

    Super good idea--I would also use it to lift displays higher, or even a plant stand. Great job, as usual!

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  5. UnknownMarch 14, 2012 at 5:50 PM

    very pretty to pretty to put on the ground I would use it for a dessert stand

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  6. Little City FarmMarch 14, 2012 at 5:59 PM

    I am sitting here with mouth wide open that you thought to use coat hooks as legs. Brilliant.

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  7. JuneMarch 14, 2012 at 6:08 PM

    This is crazy clever Rosemary!!! I love this and (how your mind works). I so enjoy your blog!!!
    hugs...

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  8. Tammy @ A Walk in the CountrysideMarch 14, 2012 at 6:14 PM

    Very clever! I could use this under my beverage dispenser to lift it up. Great job!

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  9. Tammy @ A Walk in the CountrysideMarch 14, 2012 at 6:14 PM

    Very clever! I could use this under my beverage dispenser to lift it up. Great job!

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  10. Felecia CofieldMarch 14, 2012 at 6:21 PM

    Hi Rosemary! Thanks for stopping by my blog! Hope you're feeling better! I'd use the stool to put a nice plant on. Or maybe, just my feet! Blessings from Bama!

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  11. www.MaisonStGermain.comMarch 14, 2012 at 6:45 PM

    OOH I love that Rosemary:) I would use it on my island to hold a bowl of fruit:)
    ~Debra xxx
    Capers of the vintage vixens

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  12. HomeroadMarch 14, 2012 at 7:06 PM

    It would look beautiful in the center of a round table to hold the napkins, salt and pepper or whatever... Maybe even a plant when dinner is over.
    Susan
    Homeroad

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  13. chateau chicMarch 14, 2012 at 7:18 PM

    How cute is this little stool! You're so creative and talented.
    Mary Alice

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  14. All Things Chic 2March 14, 2012 at 7:31 PM

    Well it's to beautiful to cover the worn letters , good question , just got an idea , what about on a kitchen table for a centre piece with maybe a glass pitcher with fresh flowers!!! Great idea...Blessings Lori

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  15. Laurel@ChippingwithCharmMarch 14, 2012 at 7:36 PM

    Those hooks for feet are very clever! Looks great :) Laurel

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  16. AnonymousMarch 14, 2012 at 8:45 PM

    I'd use it for resting my feet. LOL (Today would have been agood day for it HA) Great idea with the coat hooks and I love the stenciling.

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  17. ReviMarch 14, 2012 at 8:51 PM

    Here you go thinkin' outside the box again, Rosemary! I love the hooks as feet. :)
    -Revi

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  18. Zuni, Chickadee Home NestMarch 14, 2012 at 8:56 PM

    This is so waay cooolll!!! I'm sooo following you! Hope you visit back and maybe follow if you'd like? Awesome!

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  19. Our Hopeful HomeMarch 14, 2012 at 9:02 PM

    Great for a stool in a little kid's room, wish I had had it for one of mine!

    Kathleen

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  20. RoeshelMarch 14, 2012 at 9:17 PM

    So pretty, Rosemary. You have the most unique pieces and the result is always gorgeous!

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  21. Shanon at Vintage Sparkle ChicMarch 14, 2012 at 9:26 PM

    Love this idea! The legs are perfect and so unique!

    ~Shanon

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  22. Leena Milligan LanteigneMarch 14, 2012 at 10:24 PM

    Love the use of the coat hooks as feet! Brilliant! Another fabulous piece! Hugs, Leena

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  23. PamelaMarch 14, 2012 at 10:45 PM

    That is super super cool Rosemary! Thanx for coming to THT!

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  24. Maureen WyattMarch 14, 2012 at 11:33 PM

    Oh, I can see that with a cloche on top! ~ Maureen

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  25. At Rivercrest CottageMarch 14, 2012 at 11:40 PM

    a pedestal of course. I wouldn't want to put a foot on it ;-)

    this is yet another great idea of yours. I never would've thought about using coat hooks for legs!

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  26. RhissannaMarch 14, 2012 at 11:50 PM

    OMG Coat hooks? Seriously? COATHOOKS? You are a GENIUS, Rosemary! When do you get your own show? I'm going off to look at hanging basket hooks, to see if they'll do the same thing. I'm in awe of your vision. Don't ever stop!

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  27. MelMarch 15, 2012 at 1:45 AM

    I love the way your mind works. You have out done yourself again. This piece is wonderful and it would look great in the middle of a large table.
    ~Mel
    crafty mel designs

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  28. Daphne Nicole & Lynda CadeMarch 15, 2012 at 5:15 AM

    What a beautiful and unique piece. I think it would make a great center piece!!!
    Hugs~~~ Daphne

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  29. Christine @ Stonehouse LivingMarch 15, 2012 at 5:56 AM

    Hi Rosemary,
    I love this, you are so very clever...
    I would use it with a lamp on it to help adjust the height of the lamp for reading, slip a couple of books underneath, that sort of thing!!
    Great idea...
    All the Best,
    Christine

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  30. Dee ⚜️⚜️⚜️⚜️⚜️March 15, 2012 at 6:13 AM

    Hi Rosemary,

    You are the winner of the Spring Tags!

    http://alapinlife.blogspot.com/2012/03/springtime-tags.html

    Dee

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  31. CynthiaMarch 15, 2012 at 8:25 AM

    Great idea. I love the scroll of the legs. Good job.

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  32. ℳartina @ Northern NestingMarch 15, 2012 at 8:37 AM

    I love it Rosemary, you are super creative! A large cloche would look great displayed on there!

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  33. SherryMarch 15, 2012 at 8:44 AM

    I would have never thought to use coat hooks. It looks great.

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  34. AnonymousMarch 15, 2012 at 10:25 AM

    Very cool idea!
    Catherine

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  35. UnknownMarch 15, 2012 at 10:43 AM

    I just love the way your mind works...putting things upside down, backwards, looking from a different perspective..my fav...keep it up.

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  36. Ceekay-THINKIN of HOMEMarch 15, 2012 at 11:11 AM

    I think this is brillant! and I know exactly what I would use it for...I would put a cloche on it with something simple inside so you could still see some of the writing...oh, I just love it!

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  37. Decor & HarmonyMarch 15, 2012 at 11:39 AM

    Amazing transformation, once again your work is simply wonderful and unique. Have a great day!

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  38. savvycityfarmerMarch 15, 2012 at 12:22 PM

    pitter patter

    you KNOW how I feel about risers!

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  39. reFresh reStyleMarch 15, 2012 at 2:11 PM

    I would use it to one of my beverage containers on! Love it!
    Debbie

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  40. TinaMarch 15, 2012 at 2:14 PM

    Lovely piece! It would be great to use as a base for a cloche or to hold a basket filled with bath products. Oh so many uses for this pretty footstool(?)

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  41. CindyMarch 15, 2012 at 2:48 PM

    I love it and I think I'd use it for a footstool or a pedestal for something pretty.
    Have a great day. Cindy

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  42. OliveMarch 15, 2012 at 2:53 PM

    I see a plant stand. Fill a beautiful old Haeger white planter with ivy and that would do it for me. That is what I have been doing lately, repotting plants.

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  43. SImple and Serene LivingMarch 15, 2012 at 4:35 PM

    I love this. I love the plant stand idea or a centerpiece holder for a table.
    Laura

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  44. Sherry @ No Minimalist HereMarch 15, 2012 at 6:23 PM

    Very creative, Rosemary! I am thinking a pedestal for a large cloche. I love it and thank you for sharing this at my party.
    Hugs, Sherry

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  45. vania angeloMarch 15, 2012 at 6:46 PM

    uau!!! essa idéia ficou linda! Parabéns pela criatividade!

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  46. Gypsy HeartMarch 15, 2012 at 6:50 PM

    I just love it! I think it would be perfect on a table, especially with a buffet...servings at different heights.

    Are you selling?

    Pat

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  47. Sue@Uniquely ChicMarch 15, 2012 at 6:51 PM

    OMG where do you come up with these amazing ideas? I was perusing French Country Cottage icons and who do ya think I click on first! Love your creativity!

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  48. Honey at 2805March 15, 2012 at 8:17 PM

    This is so inventive, Rosemary! I love it! Thank you for sharing at Potpourri Friday! Your participation is always appreciated!

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  49. Deborah@Green Willow PondMarch 15, 2012 at 11:58 PM

    Can you spell Cauuuuute? How original! I would put it in the center of the table for condiments, salt & pepper etc. Where on earth did you find that round piece of wood?

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  50. Vintage RoseMarch 16, 2012 at 8:18 AM

    I dont know how you thought of it, but you did it again! No surprise there.... I absolutely love it.

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  51. AnonymousMarch 16, 2012 at 10:48 PM

    Your stools are brilliant! so cute and clever! and your finishes are to dy for! Ok to pin some?

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  52. {oc cottage}March 17, 2012 at 9:23 PM

    genius...once again!

    m ^..^

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  53. PamMarch 18, 2012 at 4:09 PM

    Adorable....never would have thought of that. Love it.

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  54. AnonymousMarch 22, 2012 at 6:19 AM

    Very amazing! I would use as a table for the basement sitting edge.

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